Delhi to Bharatpur Weekend Holiday Packages

What to See

Keoladeo National Park or Bharatpur National Park: The Park is one of the most spectacular avifauna sanctuaries in the country and some of the rarest and the most endangered birds can be spotted here. It is home to over 375 species of birds and also attracts several migratory birds, including the rare Siberian Crane. Other popular species include cormorants, darter, purple and grey heron, egrets, open-billed, white necked and black necked stork, white ibis, spoonbill and night heron. Apart from birds, a number of wildlife species can also be spotted here including the Golden Jackal, Striped Hyena, Blackbuck and Wild Boar. A wide variety of reptiles and pythons can also be seen in the Park. Take a cycle ride across the Park to explore the wilderness or explore it by a boat ride across the lake.

Lohagarh Fort: An impregnable fort in the town built by its Jat rulers, it houses a number of interesting monuments and structures within. These include Kishori Mahal, Mahal Khas and Kothi Khas. Moti Mahal and towers like Jawahar Burj and Fateh Burj were erected to commemorate the victory over the Mughals and the British army.

Bharatpur Palace & Government Museum: A noted monument, the palace blends Mughal and Rajput styles of architecture. It is ornately decorated and has elaborately designed patterned floor tiles. A part of the palace has been constructed into a museum that displays a host of antiquities, exquisite sculptures and ancient inscriptions.

Ganga Mandir: This temple was constructed out of funds collected from employees of the state. The temple is a two-storey structure built entirely of sandstone and has floors that are painted black and white.

Laxman Mandir: The temple is dedicated to Laxman and has intricately carved doorways, ceilings, pillars, walls and arches.

Ram Bagh: The oldest Mughal garden built by Babur, it is located close to the Taj Mahal. It is marked by pathways, canals and cascading water over terraces.